Direct Support Professional (CLS) - Complex Support Program
About The Position
Practice and promote the agency’s mission statement and guiding principles in every interaction. Provide ongoing support to people living in the Community Living Services program to help maintain a high quality of life. Support individuals with self-care routines, health, safety, household chores, socialization, and overall wellbeing, providing only the level of assistance needed to promote independence and engagement in daily routines. The position requires regular and substantial unsupervised or unrestricted physical contact with people receiving services and successful completion of a fingerprint/criminal background check. Training on Personal Outcome Measures (POM) is required before completing evaluations and assessments.
Requirements
- Submit a valid New York State driver’s license and maintain qualified driver status throughout employment.
- Be able to communicate and understand written and oral directives and information.
- Meet the position’s physical demands, which may include lifting and transferring children and/or adults.
- Successfully complete a fingerprint and criminal background check.
- Complete Personal Outcome Measures (POM) training before conducting evaluations and assessments.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide guidance and support to individuals with intellectual and other disabilities so they can actively participate in all aspects of their lives, including self-care, health, safety, household chores, socialization, and overall wellbeing.
- Support individuals in becoming active community members and in maintaining and building natural supports and relationships.
- Help individuals complete household chores and participate in those chores as needed to maintain a safe, clean home.
- Follow treatment plans and use corresponding adaptive and safety equipment to promote independence and ensure individuals’ health, safety, and wellbeing.
- Support individuals in preparing meals and teach diet adherence, portion control, and cooking skills.
- Assist individuals with medication administration according to AMAP policies and procedures.
- Implement and document treatment plans and agency materials, including residential habilitation goals, medical case notes, and communication logs.
- Follow overtime, scheduling, and minimum staffing policies and procedures.
- Attend and participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss individuals’ progress and goal achievements and to exchange information and ideas.
- Provide transportation for medical appointments, shopping, recreational outings, and other needs.
- Mentor new Direct Support Staff by demonstrating supportive routines and reviewing training manuals.
- Participate in House Meetings and maintain required certifications and training.
- Perform other duties as requested by the supervisor.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
